Groin, thigh, and knee pain are common complaints in athletes. Muscle strains, hip joint injuries, or overuse of the hip joint are the most common causes. However, a less well-known but significant cause is femoral nerve entrapment. This condition occurs when the femoral nerve becomes compressed or irritated along its course, resulting in weakness, [...]
Inner thigh pain is a common presentation in active individuals. This region contains the inner thigh muscles, tendons, and bone structures that play a critical role in running, kicking, and changing direction. Also, some cases of inner thigh pain can be caused by problems higher in the pelvis or beyond. So, what are the [...]
Iliac artery endofibrosis is a rare but significant condition affecting endurance runners and cyclists. This vascular disorder, often associated with repetitive strain and high-intensity exercise, can compromise blood flow to the legs, causing pain and reduced performance. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options is essential for athletes aiming to maintain peak performance and [...]
Unexplained muscle pain, cramping and tiredness in active people can be due to many conditions that affect energy production, such as anaemia, diabetes or hormone abnormalities. One rare muscle condition that affects physical performance is McArdle's disease. What is McArdle's disease, how do we diagnose it, and what are the management strategies? What is [...]
Quadriceps muscle tears occur frequently in runners and sportspeople. They cause muscle pain and reduced function, often stopping people from enjoying sports. What is a quadriceps tear, and how do we manage it? What is the quadriceps muscle? The quadriceps muscle is located at the front of the thigh. It comprises four muscle parts, [...]
Burning pain in the thigh is a common presentation in active sportspeople. Generally, burning means pain coming from the nervous system, also called neurogenic pain. What causes nerve pain in the thigh, and how do we diagnose and treat burning thigh nerve pain? Causes of nerve pain in thigh Common causes of thigh [...]
A common injury in endurance runners and military recruits is bone stress. This injury occurs when overload from excessive activity, such as running, exceeds the bone's ability to recover. A stress fracture can occur on the neck or shaft of the long bone of the leg, called the femur. This blog will discuss the [...]
